Spiral Galaxy in Leo
Messier 96 is somewhat brighter than nearby Messier 95. These two galaxies are estimated to be about 30 million light years away.
| Magnitude | 9.2 |
| Apparent Size | 7' x 5' |
| Distance (light yrs) | 30 million |
| Right Ascension | 10:46.8 |
| Declination | +11 49 |
Image details: 13 images, each 300 seconds at ISO 1600,
taken with a Canon 400D camera through a Meade
12” telescope at f/10. Image processing with ImagesPlus and
Photoshop.